Makana Kennedy
The controversy surrounding the construction of the Bunge Tower deepens as insider revelations shed light on the project’s tumultuous journey.
According to a source close to the project, the construction faced significant delays when a Kenyan party proposed that only the structure be built by the Chinese construction company, leaving the interior work to local contractors. This proposition led to a standoff, halting progress for over a year.
After resolution, Nightingale was contracted for the interior work. However, it was revealed that the Chinese had installed their own exclusive elevators, forcing all interior materials to be carried up 28 floors through the staircase, causing further delays.
The source disclosed that individuals profited by transporting interior materials up the building, with payments based on the quantity transported per day.
Moreover, the Chinese neglected to connect power on most floors, leaving work areas in darkness and exacerbating project delays.
Regarding claims of MPs refusing to occupy offices due to poor construction, the insider refutes these allegations, asserting that the offices are suitable. Instead, some MPs allegedly resist moving in to retain rental income from their current offices.
As revelations continue to surface, the Bunge Tower saga underscores the challenges and controversies surrounding infrastructure projects, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in construction endeavors.
